Tasha Oswald

My blog is all about neurodiversity. I have written many blog series on different aspects of neurodiversity, such as social skills in the workplace, women with autism, and navigating college on the spectrum. You're welcome to visit my list of blog series to find the blog series that interest you most.

Women with Autism: Autistic Women Are Often Misdiagnosed or Underdiagnosed

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Welcome back to my blog series: Women with Autism. This month is Woman’s History Month. So, I am honoring women by discussing issues, autistic women have. Last week, we discussed female autism advocates. This week, we will discuss why many neurodiverse women are misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed.

As a Psychologist in Palo Alto, One Of My Favorite Things To Do Is Work With Autistic Women

I enjoy working with women with autistic traits because I appreciate their great minds and kind hearts.
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Filed Under: Blog, Women with Autism

Women with Autism: Honoring Neurodiverse Women

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The month of March is Women’s History Month. March is a time to appreciate the great contributions that women with autism have made. For example, neurodiverse women have made contributions in science, politics, medicine, art, writing, grassroots movements, teaching, motherhood, etc.

Did you know that Women’s History Month started in 1987?

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Filed Under: Blog, Women with Autism

Dating for Neurodiverse Adults: Date Night Ideas for Adults with Autism from a Bay Area Therapist

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Hello! Welcome back to my blog series Dating for Neurodiverse Adults. Last week we discussed the importance of preferred activities. Today, with Valentine’s Day right around the corner, I wanted to talk about date night ideas. These ideas will work for autistic people all over the world. We will include some suggestions unique to the San Francisco Bay Area, South Bay, SF peninsula, and Silicon Valley.
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Filed Under: Blog, Dating for Neurodiverse Adults Series, Uncategorized

College Student Series: How to Talk to Your Professor About Your Autism

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Welcome back to my College Student Transitions Blog Series. We have discussed how autistic students can prepare for college and how to access accommodations and assistance. Today, we will talk about how to advocate for your needs with your professors.
 
You are not in high school anymore. Your college professors don’t go out of their way to reach out to you if you’re struggling.
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Filed Under: Blog, Navigating College Series, Uncategorized